Jemma’s work revisits the traditional form of the figurine, to explore the way girls are constrained from birth to conform to an appearance and code of behaviour, to present a perfect face, and maintain the expectations of others. Exploiting the qualities of ceramic materials, disrupted surfaces describe the vulnerability beneath whilst additional materials such as dressmakers pins may be fired with the piece creating small points of contrast and drama.
- Focus:
- Figurative pieces exploring upbringing and the female experience
- Commissions:
- Available for commissions